Davivienda Colombia Feb. manufacturing PMI 51.6 vs 50 prior

Davivienda Colombia Feb. manufacturing PMI 51.6 vs 50 prior

Davivienda Colombia Manufacturing PMI Rises to 51.6 in February 2026, Marking Continued Expansion

The Davivienda Colombia Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose to 51.6 in February 2026, up from 50.0 in January, signaling sustained expansion in the sector for the fourth consecutive month. While the increase reflects ongoing growth, the pace moderated slightly compared to earlier in the year, as firms navigated mixed economic conditions.

The latest reading indicates that output growth remained resilient, supported by new product launches and efforts to stimulate demand through modest price reductions. However, growth was tempered by weaker new order growth and lingering challenges, including demand retrenchment and broader macroeconomic uncertainties. Firms reported increased hiring and input purchases, though output and new orders saw only modest gains.

Input price inflation remained subdued, allowing companies to ease selling prices slightly, a trend that may help sustain demand in the near term. Employment growth resumed, with businesses expanding workforces to meet production needs, while supplier delivery times lengthened marginally.

Despite the positive PMI reading, companies expressed cautious optimism for the year ahead. Persistent concerns about public policy developments, insecurity, and unemployment rates weighed on long-term confidence, though short-term expectations remained stable.

The February 2026 PMI underscores the manufacturing sector’s resilience amid a challenging environment but highlights the need for continued policy support to address structural constraints. Analysts will closely monitor upcoming data to assess whether the current expansion can gain further momentum.

TradingView, "Colombia Factory Sector Sees 4th Month of Expansion," March 2024.